Serving 283 students in grades 5-8, Wagner Middle School - 03 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wagner Middle School - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wagner Middle School - 03's student population of 283 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
283 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Colors
Blue and White
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Wagner Middle School - 03 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wagner Middle School - 03 is 0.55, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#535 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
61%
14%
Hispanic
1%
9%
White
27%
66%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wagner Middle School - 03's ranking?
Wagner Middle School - 03 is ranked #535 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Wagner Middle School - 03?
283 students attend Wagner Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Wagner Middle School - 03 students are American Indian, 27% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wagner Middle School - 03?
Wagner Middle School - 03 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wagner Middle School - 03 offer ?
Wagner Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wagner Middle School - 03 part of?
Wagner Middle School - 03 is part of Wagner Community School District 11-4.
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